Burnham-On-Sea
MP James Heappey has joined the battle against single-use plastic
by supporting a project to encourage a 'Plastic Free Parliament'.

The
initiative, which has just been launched, aims to reduce the amount
of avoidable single-use plastic used in Parliament.

Mr
Heappey  who has been vocal in his desire to stop the use
of avoidable plastic which is finding its way into our oceans 
is hoping the Palace of Westminster can lead the way to a more environmentally-friendly
future.

He
told Burnham-On-Sea.com: "By reducing our plastic consumption
by using refillable bottles, using refillable coffee cups and refusing
straws, we can all do our bit to make a difference."

Mr
Heappey has seen first-hand the impact of plastic locally, having
taken part in beach cleans in Burnham-On-Sea and been shocked by
the amount which is washed up on beaches.

He
added: "The reality is that if each of us just tried to use
one less piece of plastic each day, the cumulative effect around
the world would be huge and I am delighted to support an initiative
to ensure Parliament can lead by example."

To
find out more about the Plastic Free Parliament campaign, click
here.